Depression is a mental disorder that has been on the rise over the years. In 2017, World Health Organization (WHO), ranked Kenya as the most depressed country in Africa with 4.4% of the population suffering from it.
The report also indicated that the majority of the victims were men.
On July 7, 2020, the Mental Health Taskforce urged the Kenyan government to declare mental health a National Emergency.
With the challenges that life gives forth, many people have found themselves victims of depression, our celebrities included.
You may think their life is perfect, but they are humans too and some have been battling with issues that we know nothing about.
Being in the limelight comes with a lot of pressure, from people having high expectations of you to everyone meddling with your life since you have no privacy and you have to keep up with rumors and negative stories.
Several other Kenyan celebrities have opened up about battling depression and even being Suicidal to encourage their fans who might be going through a tough time that all will be well eventually.
Some of the celebs who have battled depression include, Kimani Mbugua, Betty Bayo, Kenzo Matata, Annitah Raey, actress Njambi, Ciru Muriuki, Anita Nderu, Prezzo, Vanessa Mdee, actress Miss Morgan, actor OJ, Joey Muthenji, Mejja, Pierra Makena, Grace Ekirapa, Chito Ndlovu, Maureen Waititu, Njoro the Comedian, Robert Burale among others.
Counselors, medics, and psychologists advise that you can always reach out for help when experiencing any mental health issues. Call Kenya Red Cross toll-free hotline, 1199 for support.
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